Need to Know for Tuesday, March 26

Tuesday

Mar 26, 2013 at 12:01 AM

1. Learn about shag dancing and the history of beach music Wednesday at a lecture at the Headquarters Library, 300 Maiden Lane. At 6:30 p.m., historian John Hook and musician Warren McDonald will discuss the sound, the times and the people who lived beach music and shag. Admission is free.

2. The Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County is looking for volunteers to assist with a new exhibit. Two national touring exhibits from the Anne Frank Center USA will run through April 21. Volunteers are needed seven days a week to be greeters and docents and work in the exhibit bookstore. Volunteers should be 16 or older or accompanied by a parent. Contact Elizabeth DePalma at volunteers@theartscouncil.com or call 323-1776. For more information on the exhibit, go to theartscouncil.com/afe.php.

3. Students on spring break next week can take part in a History Mystery Scavenger Hunt at the Fayetteville Area Transportation and Local History Museum. From April 2 to 6, students can search for facts on local history hidden throughout the museum's exhibits. The activity is targeted to children in second to fifth grade.

The museum is at 325 Franklin St. Admission is free. The museum is open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 433-1457, 1458, or 1944, or go to cityoffayetteville.org for more information.

4. The Army Ground Forces Band will have a concert Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at Methodist University's Reeves Auditorium. Admission is free.

5. The University of North Carolina at Pembroke will celebrate African-American "firsts" Wednesday with a moderated panel discussion about UNCP milestones. A reception will be held at 6 p.m. in the University Center Annex with the program beginning at 6:30. The program is free.

Please submit information in writing at least 10 days in advance. Email calendar@fayobserver.com; fax complete details to 486-3545 or deliver to our office. For questions, call 486-3500. Items are printed on a space-available basis. You may also list your event on our online calendar at events.fayobserver.com.

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